Rachel X. Shepardson has joined Paul Hastings as a partner in its investment funds and private capital practice in New York. She represents fund managers across a variety of investment strategies, including PE, credit, real estate and infrastructure funds. For insights from Paul Hastings, see “SEC 2026 Examination Priorities Highlight Classic Compliance Issues, Retailization Efforts and AI Oversight” (Jan. 8, 2026); and “Growing Popularity, Numerous Benefits and Operational Obstacles of Retail Distribution Platforms (Part One of Two)” (Sep. 4, 2025).